Evergreen Trail over Bear River
FairEmmet County, Michigan · Sec 21 Bear Creek Twp · Structure no. 000000000012803
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 47 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 586
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Evergreen Trail over Bear River is a steel culvert carrying Evergreen Trail over Bear River in Emmet County, Michigan. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Michigan average of 48.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 586 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 970 by 2023. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Evergreen Trail over Bear River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Evergreen Trail over Bear River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does Evergreen Trail over Bear River carry?
About 586 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Evergreen Trail over Bear River?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).
Who owns Evergreen Trail over Bear River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.